PTC asks for 'Skins' federal investigation

The Parents' Television Council has reportedly called for a federal investigation into MTV's new show Skins.

Earlier, it was claimed that some MTV executives are worried that the show breaks child pornography laws.

Deadline says that the PTC has now asked the US Senate and House Judiciary Committees and the Department of Justice to open an investigation into possible child pornography and exploitation in the series.

The PTC, which called the program "the most dangerous show for children" on television before the premiere had aired, has allegedly complained about the sexual content on the show because the cast members are aged between 15 and 19. The organization also listed 42 references to drugs and alcohol in the first episode.

An MTV spokesperson has previously said: "We review all of our shows and work with all of our producers on an ongoing basis to ensure our shows comply with law and community standards. We are confident that the episodes of Skins will not only comply with all applicable legal requirements, but also with our responsibilities to our viewers."